Dhanbad: Amid continuous heavy rain in areas like Putki and Kendua, a sudden subsidence (gof) has formed in the premises of Shaheed Shakti Nath Mahto Memorial School located in Kachchi Balihari. As soon as the information about the subsidence was received, BCCL officials reached the spot and started barricading it immediately.
It was reported that the depth of the subsidence formed on the seam of Kachchi Balihari 10/12 Pit Colliery is about 15 meters. Its size is approximately 3 feet by 2.5 feet. The subsidence has formed at a distance of just 25 meters from the school building. Children play in this very area. The formation of the subsidence has increased the threat to the safety of about 650 children studying in the school.
Local villager Bhanu Mahto said that the formation of a subsidence near the school premises has increased the danger for the children. The BCCL management should immediately fill the subsidence and make the entire area safe.
Regarding this, project officer JK Singh said that the subsidence is about 3 feet wide. Currently, barricading is being done. The subsidence will be filled as soon as resources become available.
